HIKE&SAIL: HIKING ON THE VIANDANTE TRAIL AND SAILING ON LAKE COMO WATERS
A wonderful hiking mixing the Viandante trail (Wayfarer trail) along the eastern shore of Lake Como and the waters of Lake Como which we will sail by sailing boat: an exciting day to discover the geological history of our lake and the region.
Sailing means dancing, on waves and in the wind;
sailing means freedom;
sailing means discovering Lake Como from a different point of view.Lake fish tasting at the end on request.
POINTS OF INTEREST
- The Viandante (wayfarer) trail from Bellano to Dervio among hamlets and terracing.
- Sailing on a sailing boat on the wonderful waters of Lake Como.
- Tasting of local cuisine based on lake fish.
Technical details for the hiking
Difference in altitude: 190 m
Distance: 5,5 km
Real walking time: 2 hours and a half
Maximum altitude: 374m a.s.l.
Description
The itinerary starts in Bellano where we will walk in the small roads of the ancient village (where we will buy local products to eat during packed lunch if we need) and among terracing now cultivated with olive trees but once used to produced wine.
Packed lunch in nature and then, always looking at the lake, we will walk down to its shores in Dervio, where the sailing boat is waiting for us: an amazing experience on waves and in the winds not to be missed!
Sailing boat excursion lasts 2 to 3 hours depending on the wind and on the fun.
On request we can taste lake fish at the end of the excursion.
Difficulty level – MEDIUM-EASY
Terrain: pedestrian small roads and easy mountain paths;
Gradient: easy
Points of attention: none. Not suitable in case of seasickness.
Itinerary suitable for adults and children/teens over 12 in good health conditions and used to walk.
Dogs not allowed.
Responsible tourism
The excursions I offer also aim at supporting local economic activities and at living unique experiences closely in touch with and with respect to people and places.
That’s why they often include tasting experiences and/or chance to buy local products directly from producers, mainly small local activities working hard and with passion to keep traditions alive;
That’s why groups I accompany are usually small … in order to meet and live local people and enter their lives and the calmness of the place on tiptoes.
The Cape Town Declaration in 2002 recognises that Responsible Tourism takes a variety of forms, it is characterised by travel and tourism which:
- minimises negative economic, environmental and social impacts;
- generates greater economic benefits for local people and enhances the well-being of host communities, improves working conditions and access to the industry;
- involves local people in decisions that affect their lives and life changes;
- makes positive contributions to the conservation of natural and cultural heritage, to the maintenance of the world’s diversity;
- provides more enjoyable experiences for tourists through more meaningful connections with local people, and a greater understanding of local cultural, social and environmental issues;
- provide access for people with disabilities and the disadvantaged;
- is culturally sensitive, engenders respect between tourists and hosts, and builds local pride and confidence.
- 9.20am meeting point at Dervio railway station.
- 9.54am train Dervio-Bellano
- 10.00am excursion in the small pedestrian roads in the old village (where in case you can buy local products for the lunch) and then among old terracing; hiking along the Viandante trail to Dervio; packed lunch in Nature;
- Around 2pm boarding on sailing boat in Dervio and sailing for 2 to 3 hours depending on winds and fun.
- To end the day, walk along lake promenade to admire fishing traditions kept alive by local people and tasting dinner including lake fish (OPTIONAL).
Programme and itinerary could vary following weather and paths conditions in order to guarantee safety for participants.
CANCELLATION/POSTPONEMENT
The excursion can be cancelled or postponed anytime by the Guide at her absolute discretion, in case safe and proper conditions cannot be guaranteed following bad weather conditions on the day of the excursion or on the previous days.
In case safety of participant cannot be guaranteed during sailing owing to bad weather, the excursion will be postponed or cancelled and the amount will be valid for next excursion.
No refund is due in case of cancellation by the participant on the previous or same day of the excursion.
No refund or voucher is allowed in case of cancellation by the participants less than 3 days before the date of te excursion.
Adult: € 22;
Children and teens less than 12 year old accompanied by an adult: € 18
Inclusions: Nature Guide fee accompanying the group – AIGAE LO639; liability insurance;
Exclusions: any lunch and break; any transport to the meeting point; sailing boat rental; injury insurance for participants; any entrance ticket; any service not included in the item “inclusions”.
EXTRA COSTS TO BE PAID ON SITE
Food shopping in Bellano for packed lunch.
Tasting dinner à la carte (optional)
any car parking
100 € to 80 € sailing boat rental according to numeber of participants (total cost will be shared among participants).
IN CASE OF CANCELLATION THE DAY BEFORE, SAILING BOAT FEE IS DUE
Reservation required within Thursday, 29th August 2024 on my website www.trekandtaste.it or by contacting me directly: e-mail sabrina@trekandtaste.it and mobile +39 347 04 05 703.
REGISTRATION IS ACCEPTED ONLY BY PAYMENT OF BOTH GUIDE FEE AND SAILING BOAT (50 EUROS)
MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 3
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 8
Minors must be accompanied by an adult holding responsible.
Participation to the excursions implies unconditioned acceptance of the rulesavailable on my website www.trekandtaste.com.
INJURY INSURANCE FOR TREKKERS
Participation fee only includes liability insurance; no injury insurance coverage is provided to Participants to the excursion. It is advisable to take out a suitable injury insurance.
EIC Organization offer an annual injury insurance which can be activated by the Trip&Trek app and amounting to 10 euros per year, per person. The insurance is valid 1 year whenever you participate to an excursion with and AIGAE Guide. For more details, please contact info@escursioni-italia.it.
It is advisable to park your car in Dervio and then reach Bellano by train as per programme in order to make your way home easier. Train ticket can be bought at the newsstand near the crossing level or on the train if the newsstand is closed.
Car parking in Dervio is mainly paying: 10 euros per day also payable by card on the EasyPark App … unless you find free or offer car parking.
Please contact the Guide for more details.
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- Hiking shoes with gripping sole, also suitable onboard the saling boat;
- Backpack to carry personal belongings, spare clothing, and food and water supplies;
- Packed lunch (to be bought along the way if you want to);
- Dress in layers according to the season (shirt, long-sleeved shirt, Fleece jacket or sweatshirt, rain and wind stopper jacket); windshell and cap in case of wind.
- Windstopper;
TREKKERS ARE KINDLY REQUESTED TO PARTICIPATE CORRECTLY EQUIPPED.